Aya Becker listened as Gatorland wrangler Danny Perich instructed her on how to hold the Florida alligator.

Campers got to see snakes and alligators up close and personal when a Gatorland wrangler came to visit.

HORIZON WEST It was either screams of delight or looks of uncertainty from Windermere Prep’s Lake Cypress summer campers as they watched a Gatorland wrangler unveil some cool creatures Thursday, July 12. Wrangler Danny Perich brought along a snake and a couple of alligators, among others, to show and educate the children. At the end of the presentation, each camper got to hold one of the gators for a quick photo opportunity.

Danielle Hendrix is the Black Tie Editor for all three of Observer Media Group's print publications in Orange County. She is a 2015 graduate of the University of Central Florida, where she earned a bachelor's degree in journalism with a minor in world comparative studies. ...